Police discovered a number of stolen vehicles at a suspected chop shop near Stourbridge during a patrol in the West Midlands.
Officers on patrol in Lye spotted a car connected to criminal activity near a yard on Church Street. On closer inspection, they found several partially stripped vehicles, including a black Nissan Navara, an Audi S3 missing multiple parts, and a Mini, amid debris at the premises on Sunday afternoon (18 January).
Some of the recovered cars had key engine components removed, suggesting they were being dismantled for resale or parts.
A 46-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of handling stolen goods but has since been released on bail while the investigation continues.
West Midlands Police are appealing for information. Anyone who can assist is asked to call 101, use the live chat facility at www.west-midlands.police.uk quoting incident number 1259 of 18 January, or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
